NJ Holiday Wine Trail Stops In Burlington County Thanksgiving Weekend

CINNAMINSON, NJ — A statewide Holiday Wine Trail makes stops at several wineries in South Jersey the weekend of November 25-27, including one in Burlington County.

The Garden State Wine Growers Association is inviting wine-lovers to sip and savor New Jersey vintners’ offerings during some special holiday-themed events during Thanksgiving weekend. Wineries will be offering discounts and deals around Black Friday, as well.

Valenzano Family Winery in Shamong is celebrating the season with live music, wine tastings, and special $5 glasses of wine. A number of craft vendors will set up on Saturday the 26th. Vendors (all cash-only) include S3 Handcrafted, Prohibition Pairings, MTL Designs and More, Paparazzi Accessories, and Zuzuu’s Creations.

The Quixote Project will play on Friday, Nov. 25 from 6-9 p.m. and Mystery Machine Band takes the stage from 12-4 p.m. Saturday.

Valenzano Winery is also offering discounts of 30 and 35 percent off certain cases of wine, plus 10 percent back in loyalty rewards, during Thanksgiving weekend. Case sales are also available at Valenzano’s Berlin and Columbus Farmers Market outlets.

Valenzano Family Winery is at 1090 Route 206, Shamong NJ 08088. Reservations are required to dine or book a table on Saturday the 26th, the winery said.

Click here for a full New Jersey Holiday Wine Trail event calendar.

A “Black Friday Bonanza” and outdoor comedy show Saturday highlight Wine Trail events at DiBella Winery in Woolwich Township, Gloucester County. Friday’s event is from 1-5 p.m. with raffles, wine, shopping, and hot dogs.

The first 100 people who purchase a bottle of wine will receive a custom DiBella Winery ornament (one per family), and DiBella is also giving away raffle tickets to win a free case of wine. The event is free, but not rain or shine, so adverse weather may cancel the event.

Vendors include Young Living Essential Oils, Color Street, Sassy Sips and more, Mrs. B’s Sip & Dips, Scentsy, Wreaths by Gabby, Bucks Dog Training, Pampered Chef, and Green Compass. And, Santa Claus will be at the winery from 1-4 p.m. for pictures.

On Saturday, Kricket Comedy has a show beginning at 6:30 p.m. The show is outdoors, so bring chairs and blankets and DiBella says it will have food and hot dogs ready. The comedy show is over 21, and tickets are required. The winery is open from 2-8 p.m. on Saturday the 26th.

DiBella Winery is at 229 Davidson Road, Woolwich Township NJ 08085.

Other Holiday Wine Trail events are at Natali Vineyards in Cape May Court House, Cape May County and Bellview Winery in Landisville, Atlantic County.

There are more than 60 wineries and vineyards in the state, said the Garden State Wine Growers Association. Related article: Toast These Wineries In South Jersey For Winning Governor's Cup Awards

The holiday season revolves around family and friends; every New Jersey winery is family-owned, said executive director Devon Perry of the Garden State Wine Growers Association.

“There is no better way to support growers and small businesses than to visit a local winery,” said Perry in a news release. “The Holiday Wine Trail is local, family-friendly and a wonderful opportunity to discover New Jersey’s wine country.”

New Jersey vineyards produce more than 80 kinds of grapes including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, Albarino and Chardonnay, the Garden State Wine Growers Association said.